I found mason dixon knitting, the curious knitters guide at my local library. Mason dixon knitting outside the lines features helpful and humorous sidebars that discuss things such as the pitfalls of the sweater coat, the beauty of shetland wool, how to make a stitch marker out of citrus peel or tin foil, and the moment where a pattern breakthrough occurs. Merry making from thea colman, five clever designs for a quick presentor a pile of them. Mason dixon knitting is both pretty and practical, fun and informative, everything i hoped gentle art would be but wasnt. Stories, patterns, advice, opinions, questions, answers, jokes, and pictures at. As a reasonable knitter i always thought that spending time knitting a blanket or rug is a waste and that it.
If you can only afford to buy one knitting book this year, buy this book. The masondixon knitting coloring book for knitters by kay. Its the series that is captivating knitters all over. Each of the unique designs included have a fresh take on stitching, to. Yankee kay and tennessean ann are the personalities behind mason dixon knitting and over the years they have developed a dedicated following of knitters who enjoy their irreverent correspondence and breezy guidance through knitopia. Mason dixon knitting book ann shayne kay gardiner 2006. Sign up for our weekly newsletter full of mdk fun, and youll save 10% on your next order. My favorite knitting books are the ones that make you feel like youre sinking into a comfy chair and having tea and a chat with a knitting crony. This book is also blogbased, yet it succeeds as a book in its own right. Moderne baby blanket by kay gardiner and ann shayne. Mason dixon knitting is another book born out of a blog. If you like to knit and have been looking for a new rug pattern, i would encourage you to check out masondixon knitting outside the lines at your local library. If you have never knit before, you will need help to get through the patterns in this book.
A collection of twelve, classic womens designs by kim hargreaves. The curious knitters guide, if you happen to have a copy close at hand. In the original pattern, you cast on 45 stitches, and you work rows of bricks. I was not expecting to like this book as much as i did. Revolution a new order of knitting, from the mind of revolutionary cable innovator norah gaughan. You can also find the pattern in our first book, mason dixon knitting. From the beloved teacher jen arnallculliford, a years worth of techniques with a dozen beautiful accessory patterns for practicing each.
When i heard that kay gardiner and ann shayne were writing a book, i was. See more ideas about knitting, vogue knitting and knitting blogs. Clear instructions on basic techniques, plus appealing, timeless projects. This book includes more than 30 patterns, color photographs and howto instructions. The book is making marls, by cecelia campochiaro, author of sequence knitting, a revolutionary book that has given knitters countless hours of fun creating textured fabrics from simple repetitions of knit and purl. Partly thats due to the truth in advertising of the title. Each of the unique designs included have a fresh take on stitching, to yarnwork, to patterns, and more. With a charming ode to peaches n cream cotton yarn dishcloths, the book then goes on to dazzle the reader with the lovely textured handtowels, cushion covers, curtains, and an extravaganza of logcabin knitting.
Patterns, stories, pictures, true confessions, tricky bits, whole new worlds, and familiar ones, too. This book focuses on how giving can warm the heart. The book is filled with stylish and sophisticated patterns for you, baby, and your home. Are you a beginner, but dread thinking of knitting another scarf.
Masondixon knitting giudes by kay gardiner and ann meador shayne. You can also find the pattern in our first book, masondixon knitting. Kaffe fassett brings us the most exhilarating knitting we know. Select one of the simple patterns and ask an experienced knitter to help you get started. Carol feller is an independent knitwear designer and teacher. Mason dixon knitting, the curious knitters guide written by kay gardiner and ann shayne was not only fun to read, it made me want to run for my knitting needles and start knitting. Stories, patterns, advice, opinions, questions, answers, jokes. It can also be found in many bookstores and online at. Like a couple of favorite aunts ushering you into a sunny kitchen for tastes of cookie dough and the sharing of secrets, the authors comfort, inspire, amuse, and brighten the life of the lucky reader who steps into their world. One of the perks of our job is that sometimes we get an early peek at a book were excited about. Dont be surprised if you have to put your name on a waiting list for the book or decide that you like the book so much you want to purchase one for your home library. Mason dixon knitting field guides patterns knitting. This is the book we hand out to dear ones, big and small, who want to learn to knit.
This book is a perfect knitting confection filled with beautiful pictures, funny and heart warming stories, beautiful knitting designs and simple instructions. The christmas book flood is coming soon, and weve plumped up the mdk knitters bookshelf to get ready. Gardiner and shayne, bloggers and authors of masondixon knitting 2006 are among the former. The mason dixon coloring book for knitters is exactly what it sounds like in the best way possible.
Little books that explore the big world of knitting. Mason dixon kal a place to share your progress, finished objects, helpful tips, corrections, ideas for variations, and suggestions for materials for patterns from the mason dixon knitting book. Wanderlust consider this the only book of sock patterns youll ever need. Masondixon knitting opens with a chapter on the smallest and most mundane of itemsthe dishcloth. Masondixon knitting authors comfort, inspire, amuse, and bri. Lichen and lace 8020 sock subtle tones straight from nature, by one of our favorite dyers, megan ingman. Debugging something that has bugged knitters forever. The mason dixon knitting book would be a great purchase for the beginner and experienced knitter. Field guides, knitting books, knit with mdk mason dixon. The essential introduction to one of knittings greatest pleasures. Outside the lines is a great addition to any knitters library. Masondixon knitting by kay gardiner and ann meador shayne viewing as a guest user.
Wholesale craft books easy the knit vibe by vickie howell. We still have a quibble with the titlethe only tears weve ever wept while knitting have been those of abject joy at the realization that, for a short while, we are freed from daily life. Suzanne bryans super useful little video on how to trap floats on the ws of stranded colorwork. Rest assured, on the items we absolutely love and adore in all things knitting and then some make it into the mason dixon knitting shop. Knitters of all levels, make friends, share stories and techniques. In this second book, there are several patterns for household items, including one for a mop cover.
Masondixon knitting is one of those books that makes a home in the heart of knitters. Like all of melanies books, the photography and book design are beautiful. But even knitters who scorn dishcloths will find plenty to like here. Chockfull of amusing anecdotes and helpful tips for knitters, this book also includes 30 patterns for practical but lovely dishcloths, cushions, and rugs, as well as sexy knitted nightwear, ethereal scarves, and cute baby gifts. The masondixon knitting coloring book for knitters by shayne, ann,gardiner, kay and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. The two authors met on a chat group for rowan yarns and developed a friendship. Masondixon knitting by kay gardiner and ann meador shayne. Mason dixon knitting is one of those books that makes a home in the heart of knitters.